Cert in Museology/Museum Studies

People who hope to begin a career in museums, and those who already hold museum jobs and want formal training, can use this short credential. It spans two semesters and is available only through online study. Students look closely at the daily operations of a museum and become familiar with the professional norms for caring for and cataloguing collections. A placement at a museum, gallery, or other cultural organization gives them direct experience, which can be useful when seeking work afterward. Graduates may seek jobs including archivist, gallery assistant, curatorial assistant, or operations support at a museum. The certificate belongs to the visual arts department, and a printable degree plan lists the courses to be taken. Other creative and communication programs are grouped nearby for students who want to compare. That department's chair is the person to contact with questions.